A/N: Sorry for the long disappearance, my internet box thingy broke and I had to wait to get another one (you probably thought I died) but on the brighter side, I met Yuri Lowenthal (Sasuke's voice) and his voice was so hot that I froze when I got his autograph. O-O

Refer to first chp. for info and all that good stuff.

Silence has a voice,
yet not many hear it
When was the last time
you actually listened
to the silence?
Could you hear it?
Or was it too much to bear…
to be forever silent?

Chapter 10: Release Me

Namikaze Tsunade was surprised. No, it was more like complete utter shock to the point her mouth stayed open like a Venus fly trap. Her nephew had been awake and had been fully aware of his surroundings which was even better. How else would the cards move from the side table to his chest? There was only one way and the happiness that flowed through her could not be described because it was more of a rush, filling every bit of her insides to the extent of wanting to burst. She wanted to hug him, squeeze him, kiss him but she refrained and slowly walked over to his bedside. The young man was truly a sight; his skin was back to its normal shade, his breathing was even, and overall, the man was completely relaxed as if there were no more barriers for him to fight. Tsunade reached out and gently brushed back the hair that seemed to shadow his lids. She had to admit, her nephew was one handsome young man and it made her question his dating history. Had the man ever went out on a date and met someone? Most likely not and that was okay with her because he didn't need anyone judging him, not now anyways. Looking down, she gently removed the cards to find one tightly gripped in his hand. This made curiosity spark in her brown eyes and she carefully removed the card to read the cover.

'Sending you sunny smiles, warm wishes, and healing thoughts,' the little blue cloud made her smile and drove her to read the inside. 'Hope today finds you feeling much better,' her brown eyes drifted to bottom to find neat cursive, 'Uchiha Sasuke'. Tsunade couldn't help but to let out a small laugh. Who knew Uchiha Sasuke gave out 'Get-well' cards?

Tsunade carefully placed the cards back on the side table and tightened the blanket around him before planting a kiss on his forehead and retreating from the room. Hopefully when she returned in the morning, he would be awake and his normal self again. Who knew one little visit could do so much?

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Sun shone through the large glass windows, signaling of the early morning and that it was officially Monday. Monday meant a certain company owner had to get out of bed to run that certain company. The man in bed knew this as well therefore he stared up at the ceiling wishing it would swallow him whole. After about ten minutes of endless staring, he slowly climbed out of bed and headed to the bathroom for a morning shower. Sasuke twisted the shower knob to cold to reduce his body heat and stepped into the shower. The water caused him to hiss at the feeling but sure enough, it made him feel refreshed and wide awake. Grabbing his vanilla scented shampoo, he squeezed some into his hand and massaged the soap through his hair. The action seemed to move in slow motion as he dipped his head under the shower head and washed out the suds. The bubbles seemed to pile around his feet as he continued washing and it wasn't look before a pale hand turned the knob, shutting the water off. Sasuke's day plan seemed to ring in head as he stepped out the tub and grabbed his towel from the side rack. He had to meet with the company's advertising manager about new magazine ads, bigger billboards, and commercial ads. Then, he had a meeting with the other board members about the weekly sales, and he had to check up with the other branches about their status. Overall, the day was a normal work-day.

Towel drying his hair, Sasuke threw on a clean undershirt and grabbed a dress shirt from the closet before slipping on a pair of boxers and black dress pants. It didn't take long for him to get ready and within a few minutes, he was dressed from head to toe with a grey tie placed perfectly in the middle. He was a perfect example of a male model but the thought of modeling never crossed his mind. He wasn't into eating little amounts of food to the point that your stomach wanted to devour itself plus he didn't want people telling him what to do. Uchiha Sasuke made orders not follow them. That was like an unsaid rule and whoever crossed him was going to be in for a big surprise. Sasuke's dirty sock was worth more than a random family's life combined and he wasn't afraid to tell it to your face. Many times he had people cry as reality hit them and this disturbed Sasuke in some odd way. Why cry over the truth? He was actually doing them a favor even though he didn't use the friendliest terms. A few flashbacks came to him as he brushed his teeth and couldn't help to laugh. Tears streaming down peoples faces as if they just realized they were nobody. The images caused Sasuke to laugh louder as one thought occurred to him. He was one sadistic bastard.

"Sa-dis-tic," Sasuke allowed the word to roll of his tongue. He liked the word, it made him feel powerful. "Sadistic," a smirk formed on his lips as he looked in the mirror and spit into the sink. Today was going to be a good day after all.

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Foggy cerulean eyes opened to a bare ceiling, registering his surroundings. He was at the hospital, a normal one not a mental hospital. He woke up yesterday to find 'Get-well' cards on the side dresser. Was that true?Naruto turned his head to find the cards he had seen yesterday. Everything was like he remembered as well as his normal body functions. The blond had to use the bathroom; his lower half was basically screaming it. When was the last time he used the bathroom? He didn't know nor did he care, he was going to the bathroom. As if he knew his way, a pair of legs swung over the bed and carefully planted themselves on the cold tile. It sent chills up the young man's spin as he grabbed the bed railing. His balance was a bit wobbly and he felt weak but he had enough strength to make it to the bathroom. Slowly shuffling his IV hook, Naruto made his way to the bathroom by the door. It seemed to take forever but he made it before his friend decided to slip. Naruto felt like he was being emptied as he released himself, he really haven't felt that good in ages. That was until a panicked screamed echoed his ears and made him loose direction. So much for feeling good.Naruto quickly cleaned himself up while tugging on his IV hook and washed his hands. It was pretty difficult with that needle in his arm but he had experienced much worse that he couldn't complain.

"Naruto!" the voice yelled. The blond grabbed the doorknob and opened to find his aunt scared out of her mind. She didn't know where her nephew was and she knew he was in no condition to start walking all over the place. The squeaking of the IV hook caused her to turn around and everything seemed to freeze in time. She looked at the young man who seemed to sheepishly smile at her then she blinked, resuming time once more.

"Naruto…" Tsunade slowly walked over to him and gently hugged him. "Are you okay? Do you need help?" Naruto smiled to first question and shook his head to the second. "Oh okay, so how do you feel? Like are you sick? Having any kind of thoughts?" The young man lifted his finger as if saying, 'one minute' and slowly walked back to the bed. Once he was comfortable, he pointed to the side table for a pad and pen. Tsunade took the hint and grabbed the items for him so he could write.

'I'm fine, a little headache but I feel good. I'm not sick, I just had to use to the bathroom and I don't have any thoughts. I don't remember how I got here…'Tsunade read the note silently and took a seat next to him.

"You don't remember?" Naruto shook his head. "I found you…outside our door. You were unconscious and sweating profusely," the man seemed to frown at the thought but showed no other remembrance. "Well, maybe its best you don't remember. You can start fresh with everything. I mean, you just got a new job," Naruto looked at her confused. He didn't have a job, he was unemployed and just the thought bothered him.

'I don't have a job. Uchiha Corps never hired me,' Tsunade smiled and allowed her eyes to drift to the card on the side table. Her nephew took notice and picked up the card he read yesterday. The lettering seemed to play in his head.

'Sending you sunny smiles, warm wishes, and healing thoughts…' now that he thought about it, he never knew who sent him the card so quickly opened it to see the fine cursive at the bottom, 'Uchiha Sasuke.' He looked at his aunt for confirmation and she nodded.

"He visited you yesterday along with Hatake-san. They picked up that nice card as well. You are one lucky person, you know that? That money making machine never visits anybody so you must be pretty special in his eyes. He even left his business card for you to call, I can call on your behalf if you would like. I think this is a big sign, that you…" Tsunade emphasized by pointing to the man on the bed. "Uzumaki Naruto has a job," hearing those words, a light seemed to overtake those dull blue eyes and a grin formed that seemed painful to an onlooker. Naruto couldn't believe it. He got the job considering his background, the bastard actually visited him, and he was on his way to getting a Mercedes convertible. The different colors of his new car seemed to flash in his head and Tsunade laughed as if she could read his mind.

"Come back to earth, Naruto. You still have to get better before accepting that job. I don't want a repeat of the other night," Naruto waved his hand in a dismissal manner. He didn't really know what happened that night, he only remembered the interview and everything before that, and so what he couldn't remember shouldn't bother him right? He agreed to that little conclusion and grabbed his pad and pen.

'I understand, but I've never felt better! Honest! So could you have the doctor check me so I can be released? Also, I'm a bit hungry. Bowl of ramen please?' Tsunade sighed and stood up.

"I'll ask Dr. Sarutobi…no promises okay and I'll see about the ramen but Naruto, I don't want you rushing into things. I don't think you are well for release but I don't know your body so I can't judge. Just give it some thought okay?" Naruto rolled his eyes but nodded anyways. He didn't know what the big deal was. He was feeling great. Why waste medical care on someone who didn't need it?

"I'll be back shortly," Naruto watched her leave and grabbed the business card from off the table. He was definitely going to contact Uchiha Sasuke as soon as possible.

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Sasuke sat at his kitchen table, munching on a plain bagel with cream cheese and sipping on his cup of black coffee. He was deciding on his mode of transportation for the day. He could have the limo drop him off, drive to work, or force Kakashi over to drive him instead. He crossed out the latter because he was still angry with Kakashi from yesterday. That man never knew when to shut up and the limo seemed to take too long. The driver always seemed to do the speed limit. Uchiha Sasuke hated speed limits so that left him with driving instead. He liked driving in his various cars; he could leave 'piece of junk' cars in the wind. This caused another laugh to erupt from him. Yep, he was one sadistic person.

Grabbing his briefcase, Sasuke walked out back to pick his car. He basically had a parking lot with the finest cars. He chose his Bugatti Veyron because he felt like advancing his speed for the day. The car went up to 253 miles per hour after all and surprisingly, the price hardly did a dent to his bank account. Uchiha Sasuke was living the life and it was confirmed when he pulled out the set of keys, popping the doors. The dark haired man tossed his briefcase in the seat and started the car, allowing the doors to close automatically. Putting on his shades, he cracked his tinted windows and pulled out of his driveway onto the open road. He was going to make it to work in no time and indeed he was correct. His car pulled up the large ten story building approximately ten minutes later. It would have been eight minutes but he had to let an old woman cross the street. The things he does for the community could bring to tears to your eyes. He gave up two whole minutes for the elderly, most people only got thirty seconds and that was it. But today, he was truly an angel at heart or until he saw Kakashi. Kakashi was in his car with his door wide open, blocking the Uchiha's parking spot. Sasuke was a very possessive person when it came to parking spots so he hopped out his car and walked over to the grey haired man.

"Kakashi, move this rust bucket so I can park my car," Kakashi looked out his car lazily at Sasuke's car of the day and turned back to the man before him.

"My car is not a rust bucket, you ride in it do you not?" Sasuke narrowed his eyes.

"Trust me, I'm not that thrilled. Now move or close your door," Kakashi seemed to consider this for a moment before coming up with an answer.

"No," the response was a like a smack to the Uchiha's face. Kakashi never said 'no' to him, it was like an unsaid rule and that man just broke it.

"What? I don't think I heard you clearly," the older man flipped through his Icha Icha Paradise book.

"I said, 'no.' How was that?" Sasuke clenched his fist in anger and gave Kakashi a look that could kill.

"You! You don't say 'no' to me! This is my parking lot and I park anywhere I want! So you, better move this now before I push this piece of crap out the way!" Kakashi yawned and leaned back in his seat.

"Go right ahead…I'm waiting," Sasuke let out a growl and stomped over to his car, starting the engine.

"This is your last warning…I suggest you close your door," the older man didn't even seem to blink an eyelash. "Fine, see if I care!" Sasuke pulled around so he could reattempt to park his car. When he returned, he found Kakashi sittingin his parking space, reading as if nothing was happening. "Kakashi, what the fuck are you doing?"

"Reading," the older man held up his book. "You should try it."

"How about you go read in the unemployment line because that's where you'll be!" Kakashi raised an eyebrow and flipped to the next page.

"Oh really…"

"Yes, really," a giggle escaped the grey haired man's mouth and this made Sasuke even angrier. "What's so funny?"

"This book, Onizuka is so funny," a venomous glare was shot his way.

"Well, explain it to the pound because that's where your car is heading," Kakashi looked up this time with evident curiosity.

"I thought you were going to run me over," Sasuke didn't answer and instead called the towing department.

"Konoha Towing? My name is Uchiha Sasuke and I have a pick up for a black-"Sasuke was cut off as a hand reached through the window and grabbed his phone. "Give it back Kakashi," the older man flipped it shut and placed it in his pocket.

"Sasuke…you need to learn that everyone is not going to follow your every command especially when they are not given respect in the end. Sometimes, I would like a 'thank-you' here and there."

"So you want me to say thank-you? Okay, thank-you Kakashi for ruining my morning and hogging my parking spot," the other man shook his head and looked up at the sky.

"You know what you have to say but you refuse to, so I refuse to listen to those commands. Till you say what I want to hear…I will read my book," Kakashi walked back over the parking spot and sat down. An angry growl was heard from the young man before he turned off his car. They sat in silence for about fifteen minutes till a certain CEO's phone rang.

"Kakashi…give me the phone," the grey haired man pulled out his phone and glanced at the caller I.D before placing it in his pocket. "Kakashi…give it here. I'm serious."

"What a coincidence? Me too," the phone stopped ringing, leaving a close to whining Uchiha.

"Kakashi…who was it?" Kakashi tilted his head in thought.

"Someone important I suppose."

"Important?! Then give me the phone," no response. "Kakashi…come on…this is our job."

"I thought I was currently unemployed."

"You know, I didn't mean that. I was just angry," no response. "Look, I'm sorry alright. I didn't mean what I said so could you please give my phone and not sit there? People might see us," this caused Kakashi to perk up and walk over to Sasuke's car.

"Here," Kakashi handed him his phone. Sasuke looked down in confusion. What did he do to get the older man to comply? "It took you about thirty minutes but you said it."

"What did I say?" Sasuke couldn't help to ask. Kakashi gave an 'appeared-to-be' smile and shrugged before pulling out his keys. He pushed the lock button and his car door automatically closed.

"I told you my car wasn't a rust bucket, what kind of Mercedes can do that?" The older man turned and started to head to the building. "Oh, don't forget to check that important call," Sasuke quickly looked down and flipped his phone open. It wasn't a call but a text message from Kakashi.

Sometimes to get what you want, you have to say 'please'.

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"Naruto, look at what I brought," Tsunade returned with a tray filled with a steaming bowl of ramen and a glass of water, which was happily accompanied by two pills. The said pills being a daily dosage of Clozapine but could be easily mistaken as aspirin. "A bowl of ramen, a glass of water, and some aspirin to ease that headache," Naruto perked up as the words 'ramen' and 'aspirin' floated through his ears. Those were his two favorite words at the moment and he didn't hesitate to gulp down the pills with a glass of water and indulge in his Miso flavored ramen. The tray contents seemed to evaporate within minutes and it was official Uzumaki Naruto was back. No one could eat that fast and still be hospitalized.

"You really had a big appetite," his aunt commented. Naruto nodded enthusiastically and signaled thanks for the food and pills. "Anytime. I want you to feel better…," even if she had to trick him into taking those pills. Sarutobi wouldn't let the man leave here without taking his daily dosage and he clearly stated that fact when she went to talk to him. The conversation still rang through her mind.

(Flashback)

"Sarutobi, great news! Naruto is wide-awake."

"I figured so; his condition has improved dramatically with the medication I placed him on."

"You mean that Clozapine? I think he got better on his own," Sarutobi gave the woman a long look before going through his files. "What? Do you think not?"

"It's hard to say honestly. I don't have the data to prepare a comparison but you saw first hand of his condition before I placed him on the medication."

"Yes, and he was strong then but moving on from the topic his recent recovery, he has asked if you could check him for an early release. I also feel he should be able to go home and perhaps remain on bed rest."

"Release you say? It's a bit early is it not? I think the best decision would be for him to stay the rest of the week," Tsunade crossed her arms.

"Rest of week? You can't be serious. I know for one that he won't be happy about that."

"The difference between me and you Tsunade is that I'm not concerned with a patient's happiness, just their health. That is my job and that's what I intend to do," Tsunade let out a small laugh.

"No, the difference is I get to know my patients and you don't. You don't know him like I do, so maybe you should lay off on doing your job and be a person. A person who sees their patient as someone who wants to do something with their life and are fully capable. I only ask you give him a chance and prove me wrong. If he comes back here, with a similar case I will give you full recognition. Till then, I refuse," a moment of silence passed between the two.

"Alright, since you made such a clear point, I'll check him and if he seems fit, I will allow him to be released as soon as possible. But if I do this Tsunade, you will have to follow one my direct orders till I tell you otherwise," the blond woman raised an eyebrow.

"What is that?"

"Keep him on his regular dosage of Clozapine."

"What? He doesn't-"

"Tsunade…"

"Alright, but I can't guarantee you he will take it. I'm sure he knows of that stuff and I'm not going to force it down his throat," a low chuckle erupted from the man in front of her.

"Who said anything about force? I know you would find an appropriate way…yes?" Tsunade bit her lower lip and turned away before exiting the man's office. How the hell was she supposed to trick the man into taking Clozapine?

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"Naruto, I talked to Dr. Sarutobi for you and he said he will check you for an early release. If you're lucky he might let you tomorrow," blue eyes widened at the news. An early release would be perfect and then he could start his new job. These exciting thoughts seemed to lift him off to cloud nine. "So are you feeling better than before? Is your headache gone?" Naruto nodded to both questions and grabbed his pad and pen.

'I feel great and after this check-up, could you call Uchiha Corps about the job?' Tsunade smiled.

"Of course, Naruto." Of course…

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Uchiha Sasuke was currently sitting in the large meeting hall as the company's advertising manager went over new ideas for the new promotions. The company's manager, Suichi had this outrageous idea of using bright colors for the billboard ads.

"The advertising board was definitely feeling the orange background; it brings out your prominent features and let me tell you one thing. It was gorgeous!" Suichi emphasized the last word with a snap. The CEO stared widely at the man before him. When did he hire the 'walking rainbow'?

"I know what you are thinking, but trust me it will look fabulous all over Tokyo," Suichi pulled out his color wheel and showed Sasuke the electric orange he was talking about. "I see you are speechless. Am I fabulous or what?" The young Uchiha turned his head to Kakashi, asking a silent question. The older man just shrugged with evident amusement.

"Do you have anything brighter by chance?" Kakashi asked, holding back laughter. Suichi wagged his finger in the older man's face before doing an 'S' snap.

"Don't get me started boyfriend!" Kakashi's eyes widened to the size of saucers. "I have every shade out there. Let's explore shall we?" The advertising manager pulled out twenty various colors wheels and placed up a poster of a potential billboard.

"Here's some of my special color wheels. I have more in my car if needed and here is my baby," Suichi pointed to his design. "I've been working on this billboard for weeks. Don't you just love that blue blurred train? It gives off this feisty vibe and look at this feisty blue outline, it just screams outrageous!" Sweat drops formed on Kakashi's and Sasuke's forehead before the Uchiha hesitantly asked a question.

"Do you by chance having anything simple with minimum colors?" Suichi looked like he never heard of such a thing.

"Minimum? I don't understand. Don't you like this?" he asked pointing, to the billboard. "We can always change the background to orange. That was my first choice too…so I understand."

"No! I mean…the blue is fine just eliminate that blue outline," the advertising manager seemed to frown at this.

"My feisty blue outline?" Sasuke turned to Kakashi for help.

"No outline…it's great without it," Kakashi said, shedding some light.

"If you say so…" Suichi said solemnly and placed his color wheels back in his back. "Uh…Uchiha-san?"

"Yes?" Sasuke asked cautiously.

"How about a dark blue zigzag border? It will look fierce!" Moments of silence passed and let's just say the rest of the meeting went smoothly after some words were exchanged.

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Naruto sat up on the bed, playing a game of cards with his aunt when the door to his room opened. It was Dr. Sarutobi coming for his check-up and the blond was excited. He wanted to pull the IV out his arm but he wasn't sure if that was a good idea.

"Naruto…how are you today?" Naruto grinned. "That's good, so no headaches or thoughts?" Naruto shook his head. "Alright, let's take your blood pressure and measure your heart rate," Tsunade watched as Sarutobi placed an arm cuff on his arm and measured his blood pressure.

"115/78, a very good sign young man," Sarutobi said, removing the cuff. "How about we measure that heart?" Using his stethoscope, he measured the blond's heart rate. "76 beats per minute, I'm impressed. Now try standing up for me," Naruto nodded and stood by the side of the bed. "How does your body feel? Any pain?" Naruto shook his head. "Alright, flex your legs for me," Naruto bent both his knees and pointed his legs out. "Good, now touch your feet for me," The blond bent down and touched his feet, flexing his spine. "Good. Now stand up straight for me and hold your arms out for me. How does it feel? Any pain?" Naruto shook his head 'no'.

"Alright…open your eyes wide," the older man pulled out a small lighter and looked into his pupils. "How is your sight? Can you see clearly?" Naruto nodded. Why couldn't anyone see that he was perfectly fine? "Alright, walk around for me. Does anything seem off to you? Foreign?" the blond walked around the room as if he was trying on new shoes and took a seat on the bed.

"Great. You seem good as new to me. I think you are ready to be released, the earliest being Wednesday. How does that sound?" Naruto looked at his aunt for some kind of help but she could only offer a sympathetic smile. He turned back to the man in front of him and gave a strained smile. Two whole days of his life was going to be wasted in a hospital. What else is new?

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Weekly board meetings about sales were hardly ever about sales. How they got on the topic of the latest movies? Sasuke would never know. How his love life was the center of discussion too? He didn't know that either but he did know he really didn't want to listen to their thoughts right now.

"Sasuke has never gone on a date! We have to set him up!" Kurenai said enthusiastically and Gai pumped his fists.

"He's at the prime of his youthful age! He must explore, indulge in the youthful nature! Let's gather to discuss the floral of his lotus blossom," Hayate coughed.

"What's a lotus blossom?" Anko stood and slammed her hands on the table.

"You maggots want to know? It's when you indulge in your most craved sexual fantasy." Asuma chuckled and tapped his cigarette against the ash tray.

"No, you crazed woman. It's the losing of your virginity!" Kakashi sighed.

"You both are wrong. It's the growing a strong bond called love. It requires the floral of your heart," everybody seemed to freeze at Kakashi's wise words and all agreed except one person. Sasuke was currently smothering himself into the table.

"Sasuke…what are you doing?" Hayate asked curiously.

"Trying to cope before I fire you idiots!" All the members let out a laugh like that wasn't possible. Sasuke would never fire them because…because …wait…he would fire them. The laughter died down so abruptly that the only sound heard was the squeaking of the chairs.

"Now where were we?" Sasuke asked as he lifted his head. Everyone tossed their papers on the table and the Uchiha couldn't help to smirk. He had power in the palm of his hand.

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The rest of the day went by unpleasantly slow as Sasuke sat in his office. He had already called the other branches about their status while Kakashi handled the second half of the New Worker Orientation. The blond mute would be here too if he wasn't in the hospital and that led to other thoughts on how the young man got there. It would be a lie if Sasuke said he wasn't curious. He was very curious to know more about this man therefore he hired him. It was like killing two birds with one stone; he could solve a mystery and have a hard worker who would bring him in tons of money. Oh, life was good.

Sasuke immediately left his seat and headed to the financial department for a little unexpected visit. He wanted to surprise his dear workers so they would jump like frogs and panic like it was the end of the world (insert evil laughter). Yep, Sasuke was one sadistic bastard.

"Kakashi," all heads turned from their relaxed positions and by the blink of an eye they were seated like uniformed soldiers under strict command. "What's going on down here?" Kakashi yawned and flipped through his precious book.

"Training of course, our new employees are getting familiar with the computers."

"Oh really…and what are you suppose to be doing?" Kakashi gave an 'appeared-to-be' smile.

"Supervising my dear Sasuke. It requires a chair, my butt, and a book. I know…I work so hard these days," Sasuke grunted and took a seat next to the older man. "So what brings you down here?" The younger man shrugged and leaned back in his chair.

"A check-up, that's all."

"Oh really? I think it's more to it. Is something on your mind?" Sasuke looked at the ceiling for a few moments before answering.

"Do you think he will call about the job?" Kakashi chuckled.

"I think he will. He's a very bright person and he knows a good opportunity when he sees one," Sasuke raised an eyebrow.

"You know…I hate that you know things that I don't.," the older man let out a low chuckle.

"Don't we all?"

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The young heir could possibly say he was happy to see the calendar that morning and that was saying something. Sasuke usually hated the sight of calendars but today was Wednesday. The day he was free from board meetings and pointless tasks. The day he could take his time to get to work and he did just that. The dark haired man hopped back into bed and pulled the sheets over his head. It didn't take look for pale lids to close and a mind to go off into deep slumber.

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Uzumaki Naruto was energetic. He was usually calm, relax, and patient but today he was so happy to get out that hospital. Tsunade too was happy for her nephew and helped pack his items from the last couple of days.

"When we get home Naruto, I'm going to fix you a real meal. This food here keeps patients here longer and trust me, I know," Naruto grinned and grabbed his jacket from the bed. "Do you have everything?" The blond nodded happily and held the door for his aunt. "What a gentleman," she gushed as Naruto rolled his eyes. They were one step out the door before the nurses on his floor came to bid Naruto goodbye.

"Bye Naruto," a dark haired woman said.

"Take care cutie," another said as she planted as kiss on his cheek.

"Come visit us soon, Naruto," one woman said as she hugged him.

"Bye," they all chanted and Naruto couldn't stop the blush on his face. They were all so kind and they were woman. Naruto wasn't use to encounters like this especially from ones who were somewhat attractive. Tsunade laughed and shooed the woman off before they devoured the man whole.

"Those women just want to eat you up," Naruto rubbed his head sheepishly and followed his aunt onto the elevator. It wasn't long before they arrived to the first floor at the receptionist desk.

"Check-out for Uzumaki Naruto," Tsunade said politely to the woman.

"Of course Dr. Tsunade, please sign the release forms and have him sign at the bottom," the blond woman quickly wrote her signature and gave the pen to her nephew for him to do the same. "Thank You. Have a great day you two."

"You as well Ayame. See you tomorrow," the two blond's gave a slight wave and left towards the car. "It's such a nice day today," Naruto nodded in agreement and placed his items in the trunk. The car ride was silent, minus Tsuande's few comments and for once, Naruto enjoyed it. He could hear and feel the wind blowing in hair and he could hear what was going on in everyday life. The sound was like a new craving starting to form. It was amazing compared to their quiet complex.

"Home sweet home," his aunt said happily as she opened the door. Naruto stepped in and grinned as he dragged his bag to his room. The bed was just like he left it and he automatically fell face first upon the soft cushions. He loved this bed, it was so soft and comfy that he could live on this bed and never move. But then, that would make you question his sanity and he was perfectly sane.

Turning over to stare up at the ceiling, something hit him like a cream pie on a Sunday afternoon. He had to call Uchiha Corps about the job before they thought he wasn't interested. The blond flew up so fast; you would have thought he was bird as he rummaged through his bag for his phone and business card. After about five minutes, he found the CEO's personal card and his precious phone causing him to give it a gentle kiss on the flap. He could only send text messages so he assumed the other man could receive them. Typing in the keys, he quickly punched in the message and sent send.

"Naruto, you want to help fix lunch?" his aunt called. The young man shoved his phone in his pocket and walked out towards the kitchen, hoping his text message was received.

Somewhere on the other side of town, a phone rang alerting the person of a new message. The simple tune played once before a pale arm shot out from under the comforters and grabbed the phone. The screen showed a picture of a small envelope before a thin finger pressed open.

Uchiha-san,

I accept the job position at Uchiha trans. Corp. I will be at the office 8 a.m sharp.

Uzumaki N.

A pair of pink lips curved into a smile as they flipped their phone shut. Step one: Hire the blond. Status: Complete.

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Someone asked Yuri (Sasuke's voice) what he thinks of yaoi in the form of sasunaru and how we writers think of his voice when we write our stories. He said he was flattered and he's all for the sasunaru pairing and enjoys emails and fanart about it. I was very impressed with his answer because in reality, I think of his voice the whole time I write this story. Don't you? It's just so hot…so I just wanted share that and I may post his video on Youtube.

Anyways, reviews for the birthday girl? Today is my birthday, I'm officially 17!